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Andy Robertson vs Destiny Udogie: Who should be Tottenham’s first-choice left-back?

Tottenham may have two top-class left-backs at their disposal in Destiny Udogie and Andy Robertson, but the question remains: who truly deserves the starting spot…

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 12:00 PM
Andy Robertson vs Destiny Udogie: Who should be Tottenham’s first-choice left-back?
Key Things to Know
  • The writer argues that Destiny Udogie is Tottenham's more balanced left-back option over Andy Robertson when fully fit.
  • Andy Robertson joined Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer after his Liverpool contract expired.
  • Robertson leads Tottenham in big chances created this season with three, recording one assist.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rae Nkwocha of Spurs Web analyzes Tottenham Hotspur's selection dilemma at left-back between Andy Robertson and Destiny Udogie. Robertson, who joined Spurs on a free transfer from Liverpool, has started four league matches and leads the squad in big chances created. Meanwhile, Udogie has started only twice this season due to injury issues.

The writer argues that while Robertson provides stronger attacking output, Udogie offers superior defensive stability. Nkwocha concludes that a fully fit Udogie is the more balanced starting option, noting that Robertson has already made defensive errors leading to goals.

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